14 May

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LLC Commingling Risks: California Fiduciary & Alter Ego Law

One of the fastest ways to create problems in a California LLC is to blur the line between personal money and company money. A member or manager may think it is harmless to use a personal credit card to cover business expenses, pay vendors informally, or reimburse themselves later. Sometimes those things happen in early-stage companies or closely held businesses. But when those transactions are not disclosed, not documented, or not properly entered into the...

11 May

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USPTO Trademark Opposition: Guide for Worldwide Business

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Answering a USPTO Trademark Opposition: What Businesses Worldwide Need to Know If your business has applied for a federal trademark in the United States and then receives a notice of opposition from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, that is a serious development, but it is not the end of the application. It means another party believes your proposed registration would damage its rights and has formally challenged your application after publication. See 15 U.S.C. §...

07 May

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What a Strong Art Consignment Agreement Should Include Under California Law

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In California, an art consignment agreement is not just a routine sales contract. When an artist places original work with a gallery or dealer for exhibition or sale, the relationship can carry agency and trust-based consequences that are very different from an ordinary inventory arrangement. That is why a strong art consignment agreement should be detailed, practical, and written with California law in mind. A good agreement starts by clearly identifying the parties and the artwork....

06 May

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What a Strong Art Commission Agreement in California Should Include

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What a Strong Art Commission Agreement in California Should Include A handshake deal may feel fine when an artist and a client trust each other, but art commissions in California should be documented with care. That is especially true when the commissioned piece may be used in business branding, office displays, advertising, limited-edition prints, or other commercial projects. A strong art commission agreement does more than set a price. It defines expectations, ownership, creative control, and...

08 July

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Is Your ‘Non-Binding’ Letter of Intent Actually Binding?

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in Business Law, Business Litigation

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Explore how a 'non-binding' Letter of Intent can become binding, potentially costing millions, and learn drafting safeguards to avoid unintended obligations....

01 July

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Must I Post Salary Ranges on Every California Job Ad?

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Explanation of SB 1162 requirements for California job ads, emphasizing pay-scale and reporting duties.

Learn about SB 1162's requirements for pay-scale disclosures and annual Pay-Data Reports for companies with 15+ employees. Avoid penalties with best practices....

24 June

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Ensure Your DocuSign Agreement is Valid in California

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Guide on ensuring DocuSign agreement reliability in California.

Ensure your DocuSign agreements are valid in California by meeting UETA requirements. Learn how to protect your e-contracts from legal challenges....

16 June

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Will my liability waiver really keep me out of court?

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in Business Law, Business Litigation

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Learn how to draft effective waivers that withstand legal scrutiny, focusing on specific risks and excluding gross negligence, with guidance from AEI Law, P.C....

10 June

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Can Businesses Advertise Low Prices with Hidden Fees?

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California pricing law forbids hidden fees in advertised prices.

California's 'Honest Pricing Law' mandates transparent pricing by including all mandatory fees in the advertised price, with penalties for non-compliance....

06 May

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Can I Cancel My Supplier Contract Due to New Tariffs?

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in Business Law, Business Litigation

Image illustrating the impact of tariffs on contracts in California, highlighting force-majeure clauses and legal considerations.

In California, force-majeure clauses rarely excuse contract performance unless the event is listed or unforeseeable, even during COVID-19 or tariff changes....

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